Борщ (Без Картоплі, Зменшена Кількість Буряка)
Low-Carb Borsch (Beetroot Soup without Potatoes, Reduced Beets)
Yes, with a tweak: request *no potatoes*. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A modified version of the iconic Ukrainian beetroot soup. Prepared with a rich meat broth, cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and a *reduced* amount of beets for flavor and color, but critically *without* potatoes. Topped with a generous dollop of sour cream (smetana).
Key ingredients
Beef or pork broth, cabbage, reduced beets, carrots, bell peppers, onions, tomato paste (no sugar), garlic, bay leaf, fresh dill, sour cream (smetana).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *no potatoes*. Ask for *reduced beets* or a small portion. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste. Avoid traditional sides like pampushky (garlic bread).
Watch out for
Traditional recipes include potatoes; beets contribute significant carbs, so reduction is key; hidden sugars in tomato paste or pre-made broth; usually served with bread.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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